Saving the world one peach at a time | Drawing by ChatGPT
It’s the orchard’s last line of defense — a peninsula lab on Lake Hartwell where a team of scientists is battling disease, drought, and time itself.
They’re known as Clemson’s Peach Team — the largest group of scientists focused on peaches in the entire world — but after spending some time with them at the Musser Fruit Research Center, we caught a vibe that they’re the Avengers of the Peach Universe.
“We’re all internationals, recruited from other countries to work here, so you can claim they’ve got the best of the best,” said Dr. Guido Schnabel, Professor of Plant Pathology, when presented with the Avengers parallel. “We’re from all over the world, working here together for one thing: how to support the peach industry.”
We saw the orchards and stepped inside the labs where this work takes place. Click the button below to see which Avenger each of these Protectors of the Peach reminded us of.
Duke’s Hot Tomato Summer | Friday, July 18-Sunday, July 27 | Times vary | Various locations | Price of purchase | Local restaurants showcase Duke’s Mayo with its BFF, a summer tomato.
Silent Disco | 6-10 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza | $13 | Choose one of three channels to vibe with one of three DJs.
The Screwtape Letters | Friday, July 18-Sunday, July 20 | Times vary | Peace Center’s Gunter Theatre | $77+ | Witness a fast-paced, tour-de-force performance in this acclaimed adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ satirical story.
Saturday, July 19
Powered by Purity Pop-Up | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | Due South Coffee Roasters | Free | Recharge your morning with outdoor yoga, free breakfast burritos, PT consults, and free Purity Coffee.
GVL Roller Derby Double Header | 4-9 p.m. | The Pavilion, Taylors | $12 | Catch the Apex Predators and Bridge Trolls in action.
GVL Vintage Night Market | 5-9 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza | Free entry | Shop one-of-a-kind vintage, sneakers, jewelry, and more under the stars.
Sunday, July 20
Noble Dog’s Royal Pet Market | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Hampton Station | Free entry | Enjoy a pet-friendly bash featuring adoptable pups, food trucks, games, and tail-wagging fun for the whole family.
Greenville Triumph vs. Richmond Kickers | 7 p.m. | Paladin Stadium | $25+ | It’s Christmas in July, so grab your picture with Santa on the concourse and catch the action on the pitch.
Monday, July 21
Books Over Drinks with Claire Jia | 7:30-9 p.m. | M. Judson Booksellers | $35 | Hear about “Wanting,” a debut novel about envy, longing, and regret across three lives and two countries.
Tuesday, July 22
No Love Lost Co. Wine Dinner with SOL GVL | 6-8 p.m. | Wine House | $80 | Enjoy five Napa wines paired with Chef Ryan Gomez’s curated courses at this exclusive dinner with winemaker Jay Nunez.
Burnsville is open and has things to do for all kinds of weekend getaways. | Photos provided by Explore Burnsville
Burnsville, NC is buzzing with new openings + Blue Ridge beauty as it rebounds from Hurricane Helene.
This cozy mountain town nestled at the foot of Mt. Mitchell (the highest peak east of the Mississippi) has an itinerary for every type of weekend away, from family fun to romantic escapes.
If we only had 48 hours in Burnsville, here’s how we’d spend it:
Friday
Check in at Nu Wray Hotel, a recently refreshed historic landmark originally built in the 1800s
Lima One Capital just moved into its new headquarters at 300 East McBee Ave. (the Prisma Health Building) in Downtown Greenville. The renovated space spans 60,000 sqft and will house 200+ employees. The lender calls it a “one-of-a-kind” office that reflects its next chapter.
Closed
Farm Fresh Fast has closed its Greenville location, but it will still operate its Simpsonville store. “Sometimes you have to give up good for greatness,” owner Jonathan Willis explained in a video update.
Plan Ahead
La Fiesta returns Friday, Sept. 12 for a quinceañera-style celebration marking 15 years of the Hispanic Alliance. Held at Hotel Hartness, this year’s event draws inspiration from ñandutí lace — symbolizing connection, tradition, and craft.
Arts
Chef Luke Owens (of Greenville, NC) and Art & Light Gallery are teaming up for Tableau — a one-night dinner party on Saturday, Sept. 20 that fuses art, food, and storytelling. Expect four inventive courses, curated wines, and visual installations in the West Greenville gallery. Tickets are on sale now.
Today Is
National Caviar Day. Celebrate at Scoundrel, CAMP, Abyss, or Coral. Do you know of another spot with caviar service that isn’t on our radar? Shoot us a message.
Cause
Local artists — Emily M. Randolph, Signe and Genna Grushovenko, Patrician DeLeon, Rey Alfonso, Glory Day, Michelle Jardines, and Joseph Bradley — donated 20 original works to fill the walls of the Neighborhood Cancer Connection, which provides non-clinical support to cancer patients and their families.
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It’s been a sweet week
Happy peach week. | Graphic by 6AM City
Across 6AM City’s SC markets — hey, COLAtoday, CHStoday, and even CLTtoday(for the Fort Mill and Rock Hill readers) — we’ve been celebrating all things peaches.
Here’s a list of our juicy stories sharing why we’re the real Peach State:
Peach wars: A head-to-head battle between SC and Georgia
To celebrate the start of all things shark, Abyss is hosting a night that’s sure to bite this Sunday, July 20. Get ready for:
A seven-foot shark ice luge
Seafood bites
A shark-cuterie board
Themed cocktail collabs
Grab your tickets, which include a signature cocktail and access to the buffet. Bonus: It benefits the Southern Smoke Foundation, which supports food and beverage workers in times of need.
No more gatekeeping. These are our top five summer essentials we wish we’d purchased sooner:
🩴 A pair of comfy + versatile Crocs sandals. Pro tip: Keep them by the front door for last-minute errands, walking the dog, and more.
🧊This No. 1 best-selling cooler backpack that features a built-in bottle opener and can fit up to 40 cans.
🧺 A waterproof blanket that’s perfect for beach days, family picnics, baby playtime, and more.
☀️ La Roche-Posay’s award-winning tinted sunscreen that’s non-greasy and fast-absorbing.
👗This flowy sundress that’s available in 20+ colors and patterns like blue floral, pink, khaki polka dot, and purple.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Visiting the Musser Fruit Research Center was one of the coolest experiences I’ve had writing for GVLtoday. Not only did I get a behind-the-scenes look, but they sent me home with a basket filled with some of the best peaches I’ve ever had.
I shared them with my family, and my aunt called them “three paper towel peaches.” You know the kind — juicy enough to require backup.
Our inaugural Peach Week was the sweetest. | Photo by GVLtoday
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